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“Enthusiasm vs Apathy: Expressing joy in each task as I give it my best effort.”

My life changed, significantly, when I read the book, “Enthusiasm Makes a Difference” by Ben Sweet. Until then, I wasn’t sure what value my life contained. Inspired by Ben Sweet, I learned to locate the positives of my experiences, be thankful for them and accentuate them with enthusiasm. I was never again tethered by circumstances. Each of us has God-given skills and talents. Our education helps us sharpen and practice them, but it is enthusiasm which elevates them by renewing us on the inside. And, studies prove the enthusiastic one also lives a longer, stronger life.Enthusiasm is a Visionary Leadership quality: “Committed to growth, looking beyond problems to causes and developing precise solutions for success”. Apathy doesn’t care, avoids getting involved and walks away from any possible solution or growth. Enthusiasm is never pushy. It has no personal agenda as bravado might. The purpose of enthusiasm is to bring others into the circle of expectation. Enthusiasm sings praises of another’s work or accomplishment and perceives accomplishments which will positively affect the future and grow the community, if supported. Enthusiasm is not easily daunted and rarely quieted because the vision seen is clear, viable and workable.

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Enthusiasm remains certain of a bigger, longer lasting result than may be seen today, or this season, even this decade. Enthusiasm engages each challenge with joy because it keeps inner expectation fired by purposeful activity. Enthusiasm is a cheer leader. Laughing and eager for action, these people are always upbeat. They overlook any criticism. They don’t gossip. They keep their word and we can trust them. With them, every positive detail is encouraged and applauded. Special recognition of others is the mark of the enthusiast, giving appreciation for a task well done, a speech well spoken, a vision successfully accomplished. Perhaps you, too, have doubted your worth and sought a way to encourage positive things you see, but have been held back by the fear of rejection. Possibly you have Character Qualities you have never put forward because of this fear. However, there is a ‘song’ within you, something to rejoice about, and at some point it will break forth First, recognize your value. Each of us is needed. We are not alike, because if we were, one of us would NOT be necessary. There IS a place for you. You are inferior to no one. Applying enthusiasm to your life will bring you security in who you really are. When this happens, the thrust toward fear and rejection will break down and leave. Accept this invitation enthusiastically! Encourage someone, sincerely! Yes, SING!!